MacDon CA25 OM - Manual (Page 109)

SECTION 8. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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8.4.3 Pre-Season/Annual Service
Perform the following the beginning of each
operating season:
CAUTION
 Review the Operator's Manual to refresh
your memory on safety and operating
recommendations.
 Review all safety decals and other
decals on the header, and note hazard
areas.
 Be sure all shields and guards are
properly installed and secured. Never
alter or remove safety equipment.
 Be sure you understand and have
practiced safe use of all controls. Know
the capacity and operating
characteristics of the machine.
 Check the first aid kit and fire
extinguisher. Know where they are and
how to use them.
a. Adjust tension on drive belts. Refer to Section
8.9.8 Sickle Drive Belts: Non-Timed Drive.
b. Perform all annual maintenance. See Section
8.4.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record.
8.4.4 End of Season
Do the following at the end of each operating
season:
a. Clean the header thoroughly.
CAUTION
Never use gasoline, naphtha or any
volatile material for cleaning purposes.
These materials may be toxic and/or
flammable.
CAUTION
Cover cutterbar and sickle guards to
prevent injury from accidental contact.
b. Store the machine in a dry, protected place if
possible. If stored outside, always cover with a
waterproof canvas or other protective material.
c. If machine is stored outside, remove drapers
and store in a dark, dry place.
NOTE:
If drapers are not removed, store
header with cutterbar lowered so
water/snow will not accumulate on
drapers. This accumulation of weight
puts excessive stress on drapers and
header
d. Lower header onto blocks to keep cutterbar off
the ground.
e. Lower reel completely. If stored outside, tie reel
to frame to prevent rotation caused by wind.
f. Re-paint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to
prevent rust.
g. Loosen drive belts.
h. Lubricate the header thoroughly, leaving excess
grease on fittings to keep moisture out of
bearings. Apply grease to exposed threads,
cylinder rods and sliding surfaces of
components. Oil sickle components to prevent
rust.
i. Check for worn or broken components and
repair or order replacement from your MacDon
Dealer. Attention to these items right away will
save time and effort at beginning of next
season.
j. Replace or tighten any missing or loose
hardware. Refer to Section 8.3.1
Recommended Torques.